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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R55

HLFXGB21R55 belongs to Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R55

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R55
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR55
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPortsmouth Commercial Road (110615
CityPortsmouth
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

HLFX Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
R55 Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21R55?

HLFXGB21R55 identifies Portsmouth Commercial Road (110615, part of Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21R55 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R55 is the code of the branch Portsmouth Commercial Road (110615.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21R55 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R55.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21R55 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21R55 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.